Medicine in Minutes
Medicine in Minutes
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Medicine doesn't have to be all textbooks and exams!
Delve into captivating medical cases, uncover compelling insights and tune into the thrilling stories that makes medicine so captivating - every week on spotify, youtube and apple music 🎙️💉
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The podcast delves into captivating medical cases, exploring themes such as diagnostic mysteries, emotional health connections, and innovative technologies in medicine. Episodes include analyses of real-life cases like a hidden atrial myxoma causing serious health issues, and the impact of a smartwatch in diagnosing atrial fibrillation.
Medicine doesn’t have to be all textbooks and exams!
Delve into captivating medical cases, uncover compelling insights and tune into the thrilling stories that makes medicine so captivating – every week on spotify, youtube and apple music 🎙️💉
In this episode of Medicine in Minutes, Dr. Rafi M. Shaji shares his path to internal medicine and aspirations in oncology. From navigating the USMLE to acing residency applications, he offers practical insights and advice for future candidates – emphasizing growth, support, and competence over prestige.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Rafi M. Shaji03:09 Medical School Journey and Specialization Choices05:48 Influence of Family and Friends on Career Path09:10 Navigating the USMLE Process11:58 Preparation Strategies for Step Exams14:50 Clinical Rotations and Networking18:03 Building Connections in Medicine20:40 Letters of Recommendation and Their Importance23:49 Final Thoughts and Advice for Aspiring Doctors32:51 Building Connections for Residency Applications34:38 Crafting a Compelling Personal Statement38:48 Understanding Impactful Experiences42:54 Realistic Approaches for IMGs49:02 Preparing for Residency Interviews52:53 Research and Extracurricular Activities57:40 Key Advice for Medical Residency Aspirants
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